Posted on Sep 5, 2023 in
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Balancing schedules, supplies shopping, meal planning and more can make the back-to-school season one of the most hectic times of the year. Keeping stress at bay may be a little easier when you put a plan in place the entire family can follow.
Remember, making the transition as smooth as possible requires a...
Posted on Oct 2, 2022 in
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The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce’s Education Division will host the 15th Annual State of the Schools event on Wednesday, October 12th, 2022 from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm at Safari Texas Ranch. This event is generously presented by Title Sponsor Stantec.
The State of the Schools brings together the...
Posted on May 30, 2022 in
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The Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees has appointed four new principals to lead elementary and middle schools in the District. All appointments are effective July 1st, 2022.
• Briargate Elementary School
Dr. Jonathan Sutton has been appointed as the new principal of Briargate Elementary. His work in...
Posted on May 30, 2022 in
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Fort Bend Christian Academy Track team had a monumental season, breaking numerous school and state records, and culminating in a TAPPS 5A State Championship for the girls team. This marks the first State Championship win for girls track in school history with a team score of 138 points to win the State...
Posted on May 30, 2022 in
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Newly elected Fort Bend ISD Board members David Hamilton and Rick Garcia were sworn in during the Monday night Regular Business meeting, which also included the election of Board officers.
Garcia was elected to Position 3, formerly held by Jim Rice, and Hamilton was elected to Position 7, formerly held by...
Posted on Nov 23, 2020 in
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2020 was a year of many changes and uncertainty, however with the dawning of a New Year, the one thing that hasn’t changed is the safety and quality of the educational programs provided by the Gingerbread Kids Academy, the Gingerbread House Learning Center, and the Gingerbread After-School programs at...
Posted on Jul 30, 2019 in
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As kids head back to school, it’s important to provide them with the necessary resources to succeed. As a parent, you can take steps to put your kids on the path toward a successful school year.
To help your children put the best foot forward, consider these suggestions from The Salvation Army, which...
Posted on Jul 30, 2019 in
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As summer begins to wind down, it is time turn our attention to a new school year. This year, the Gingerbread Family of Learning Centers celebrated their five year anniversary of the Gingerbread Kids’ Academy in Richmond and the 39th anniversary of The Gingerbread House Learning Center in Rosenberg.
The...
Posted on Jun 30, 2019 in
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By Tim Kaminski, M.S. CCC/SLP –
Making sure that your child is Kindergarten ready is an important step in the overall success of his or her long-term education. But making certain that your child is ready is more than just purchasing school supplies and new sneakers.
Before you pack your little one off...
Posted on Feb 25, 2019 in
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The Stafford Municipal School District (SMSD) is proud to announce that it will host an official groundbreaking ceremony at 9:30 am on Monday, March 4th, 2019 at the Stafford Civic Center. The public is cordially invited to join the District in celebrating this new chapter in its history.
The District will...
Posted on Dec 23, 2018 in
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There is much to celebrate with the dawning of a New Year. This year, the Gingerbread Family of Learning Centers will celebrate the five-year anniversary of the Gingerbread Kids’ Academy in Richmond, and the beginning of the 38th anniversary of The Gingerbread House Learning Center in Rosenberg.
The...
Posted on Jul 31, 2018 in
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Heading back to school is exciting for both kids and parents, but with all the thrill and anticipation, there can be quite a bit of stress, too. As a parent, you can approach the impending school year with a positive attitude and these tricks can help minimize stress and give your kids extra confidence when...
Posted on Jul 31, 2018 in
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By Samantha O’Toole, Registered Dietician –
1.Breakfast. Make sure your child eats a healthy breakfast every day. It has been proven that students concentrate better, solve problems more easily and have fewer behavioral problems when they are sent to school with a full stomach. Kids who eat breakfast...
Posted on May 31, 2018 in
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These Fort Bend top scholars have made the grade and graduated at the top of their class after years of hard work and commitment to their academic careers. Check out who they are, which Fort Bend school they attended and which college or university they plan to attend. When you see these bright, young adults...
Posted on Jul 31, 2017 in
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COVER STORY | By Kassidi McKayla Kaminski –
The early morning alarm on the first day of school. Every parent knows that sound all too well and dreads its impending arrival (and trust me – so do your kids). Between new schedules and kids of different ages, the transition from summer relaxation to...
